Seymour Duncan SH-5 Duncan Custom Reverse Zebra Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
In stock
- SKU
- 11102-17-RZ
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-5 Duncan Custom Reverse Zebra Pickup
The SH-5 Duncan Custom is a high-output bridge humbucker built for aggressive players and heavy gain rigs. Its wax-potted construction keeps noise floor clean even under extreme amplification, making it a trusted choice for metal, hard rock, and modern styles that demand articulate attack and controlled sustain on stage.
Tone & Output Character
This pickup delivers high output with a 14.1K ohms DCR that balances aggressive response with note definition across all strings. The ceramic magnet provides the brightness and snap you need to cut through dense mixes, while wax-potting eliminates microphonic feedback under high-gain conditions.
Construction & Compatibility
Built as a standard 6-string humbucker with 4-conductor wiring for flexible coil-splitting or series/parallel wiring schemes. The 49mm string spacing and uncovered design fit standard bridge routes, and its Reverse Zebra finish adds visual distinction while maintaining full electromagnetic performance for live reliability.
Key Features
- High-output ceramic magnet humbucker
- 14.1K ohms DCR for aggressive, defined tone
- 4-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel configuration
- 49mm string spacing for standard bridge routes
- Wax-potted construction for silent operation under high gain
- Bridge position orientation
- Reverse Zebra finish (uncovered coils)
- Dimensions: 2.695″ × 1.438″ × 0.776″
- Made by Seymour Duncan in the USA
- 6-string humbucker design
The SH-5 Duncan Custom remains a proven choice for bridge placement in guitars demanding uncompromising output, clarity, and noise rejection for touring and recording.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SH-5 Duncan Custom is a high-output bridge humbucker built for metal, hard rock, and djent—delivering aggressive articulate attack and controlled sustain without feedback, even under extreme gain. Its ceramic magnet and wax-potted construction keep the noise floor clean while cutting through dense mixes with clarity and snap. Choose it when you need a workhorse bridge pickup that stays tight and defined no matter how hard you push your amp or how complex your riffs get.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock products are fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections. This SH-5 performs identically to new stock but may show light wear or finish irregularities on the coils or baseplate.
Will this pickup work in my guitar?
The SH-5 is a standard 6-string humbucker with 49mm string spacing and uncovered design, fitting any guitar with a standard bridge humbucker route. Its 4-conductor wiring allows coil-splitting or series/parallel wiring configurations depending on your guitar's electronics.
What genres is this pickup best for?
The SH-5 excels in metal, hard rock, djent, and progressive styles where articulate attack, controlled sustain, and high output under extreme gain are essential. It is not designed for blues, jazz, or folk playing.
How does it compare to active pickups like the EMG 81?
The SH-5 is a passive humbucker offering similar high output (14.1K DCR) with a cleaner noise floor courtesy of wax-potting, making it competitive with active pickups without requiring a battery. It delivers ceramic brightness and articulation in the same aggression tier as the EMG 81 and DiMarzio D Activator.
What's the output level and will it work with my amp?
At 14.1K ohms DCR, the SH-5 is a true high-output pickup that drives any tube or solid-state amp into aggressive saturation. Its wax-potted design keeps feedback silent even at extreme gain levels, making it ideal for high-powered rigs.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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